Despard Contracting is looking for a motivated and experienced Estimator with project manager experience to join our team. This role involves leading the estimating and pre-construction efforts for projects on Vancouver Island, ensuring precise and thorough project estimates. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in construction estimating with preferences towards civil projects like water mains and roadways, bulk excavation, sewage lines, storm drains and will showcase strong leadership abilities along with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the estimating and pre-construction process for projects on Vancouver Island, collaborating with our Foreman on site
- Oversee all aspects of the estimating and pre-construction process, including pre-estimate meetings, site visits, kickoff meetings, and estimate archiving.
- Conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine project requirements and identify risks.
- Complete comprehensive quantity take-offs of labor, equipment, and materials based on contract drawings and specifications.
- Work autonomously while providing leadership, coaching, and mentoring to maximize the efficiency and productivity of team members involved in estimates.
- Ensure adherence to project and company safety standards and environmental programs within estimates.
- Manage post-estimate/pre-construction efforts until the internal handover to Operations.
- Maintain and develop contacts within the construction industry
- Serve as an ambassador for the company, liaising with clients and owners
- Proactively seek new business opportunities to expand operations on Vancouver Island.
- Respond to RFPs and new construction projects, tracking deadlines and progress.
- Complete drawings for engineering and job planning purposes.
- Calculate costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements based on drawings and specifications.
- Manage bids from vendors and contractors.
- Consult with clients, vendors, and others to produce accurate estimates.
- Document site visits with pictures and site plans outlining equipment needs.
- Compile and record actual costs for projects.
- Maintain high levels of customer service and responsiveness, resolving customer issues promptly.
- Strengthen and build customer relationships to ensure retention.
Qualifications:
- 2-5 years of construction estimating experience, preferably including Civil Construction estimates of $1-10MM.
- Experience with water mains and pipe work.
- Degree in construction or civil engineering or a PMP certification.
- Must be eligible to work in Canada.
- Excellent communication skills for internal and external clients (oral, written, and presentations).
Experience:
- Construction: 5 years (preferred)
- Project Management: 2 years (preferred)
- Estimating: 2 years (required)
Send Resumes with Position in Subject Line to: [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
Work Location: In person
